'Thank You For Leading With Heart': Sanjiv Goenka Commends Rishabh Pant's Leadership Despite LSG's Disappointing IPL 2025 Season

Following the Lucknow Super Giants' (LSG) seventh-place finish in the IPL 2025 season, franchise owner Sanjiv Goenka shared an emotional message, expressing gratitude towards captain Rishabh Pant and the entire team for their resilience and unity throughout a challenging campaign.

In a heartfelt note posted on social media, Goenka acknowledged the team's fighting spirit, stating, "As this IPL season comes to a close for @LucknowIPL, we look back at a journey filled with both triumphs and challenges. What stood out was the fighting spirit, unity, and resilience of our team. We stayed committed, backed each other, and never gave up. Thank you @RishabhPant17 for leading with heart, and to every player in the squad for giving it their all."

Despite the team's failure to qualify for the playoffs, Goenka praised Pant's leadership, noting that he led with heart amid criticism over his form and captaincy. Pant managed 269 runs across 14 innings, and the team secured only six wins during the season.

Goenka extended his appreciation to the coaching staff, including Zaheer Khan, Justin Langer, and Vijay Dahiya, as well as the analysts, physios, and ground staff for their tireless efforts. He also thanked the fans for their unwavering support.

IPL 2025: Rishabh Pant Slams 54-Ball Century, Dazzles With Stunning Front Flip Celebration During LSG Vs RCB Match; Video 

In a spectacular display of power-hitting and flair, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) skipper Rishabh Pant scored a blistering century off just 54 balls against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on May 27, 2025. Pant's innings, comprising 11 boundaries and 8 sixes, electrified the home crowd and underscored his reputation as one of the most dynamic batters in the game. 

Pant reached his century in the 18th over, dispatching a full delivery from RCB pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar over the cover boundary. The crowd erupted as Pant removed his batting gloves and executed a front flip, celebrating his milestone with characteristic exuberance.

This innings was particularly significant for Pant, who has been leading LSG in the IPL 2025 season after being acquired for ₹27 crore in the mega auction. His leadership and batting prowess have been pivotal for LSG, and this century further solidified his impact on the team's performance.